Kyoto
Contemporary Japanese-Zen wellness hotel. Calm, biophilic, design-forward. Earthy palette with a thread of folkloric quirkiness running through the details. Scando-Japan aesthetic with serious sustainability credentials and an on-site micro-farm.
Ask for a room with a Toyokuni Shrine garden view — it's the most serene outlook and worth specifying at booking
Why It Matters
First Six Senses property in Japan and the brand's flagship urban hotel concept. Houses Kyoto's only Watsu-dedicated pool. The spa integrates biomarker screening and biohacking technology alongside traditional Zen healing — genuinely unusual for a city-center hotel. Dining at Sekki follows Japan's 24 micro-seasons (sekki) with produce from a neighboring 7th-generation farm.
Six Senses Kyoto opened in April 2024 as the brand's first property in Japan — and its first true urban hotel. It sits in the Higashiyama district across from the 16th-century Toyokuni Shrine, a short walk from the Kyoto National Museum and Sanjusangendo Temple. The design, by Singapore's BLINK Design Group, draws from the Heian period (794–1185): earthy organic tones, hand-crafted Rakuyaki tile screens, copper bedside lighting made by local artisans, and playful fox masks outside each room door. It's a full-service wellness hotel, not a resort — no beach, no vast grounds — but the spa alone is worth the trip.
Where You'll Stay
13 room types available
Deluxe Garden King
A modern Zen sanctuary where the balcony looks directly onto the Japanese inner courtyard. Calmer and more private feeling than the city-facing rooms.
King · 42 sqmDeluxe Garden Twin
Twin-bed version of the garden room with a spacious balcony overlooking the inner courtyard. Connecting rooms available.
Twin · 45 sqmDeluxe Junior Suite Garden
The best of both worlds at the junior suite level — a balcony that directly faces the Toyokuni Shrine garden. The shrine view is one of the hotel's most distinctive outlooks.
King · 62 sqm
Deluxe King
Same footprint as the Superior King but adds a balcony facing either the inner courtyard or the city. Connecting rooms available subject to availability.
King · 42 sqmDeluxe Suite Garden
Separate living area plus a balcony with box garden and Toyokuni Shrine views. At 88 sqm, it's a meaningful step up — feels like a proper suite rather than just a big room.
King · 88 sqmDeluxe Twin
Twin-bed configuration, slightly larger than the king Deluxe rooms. Good for two guests who want separate beds without sacrificing the balcony view.
Twin · 45 sqmGrand Premier Suite
One of the hotel's top one-bedroom options at 96 sqm. Features an L-shaped balcony with both inner courtyard and city views — the corner position makes it feel notably more open.
King · 96 sqmJunior Suite City
A generously proportioned suite with city street views. The extra 20+ sqm over the Deluxe rooms makes a real difference — proper space to spread out after a day of temples.
King · 65 sqmPremier Suite Garden King
Direct access to a private Japanese courtyard garden from the balcony — the most immersive connection to the landscape the hotel offers at the one-bedroom level.
King · 72 sqmPremier Suite Garden Twin
Twin-bed premier suite with separate living area and direct access to a private Japanese garden. Ideal for two guests traveling together who want garden access.
Twin · 88 sqmSuperior King
The entry-level room and still genuinely comfortable. Contemporary décor with a nod to Japanese architectural tradition. Views look out to the inner courtyard or street. No balcony at this level.
Emperor King · 42 sqmThree Bedroom Penthouse Suite
The hotel's crown suite on the top floor. At 238 sqm with three separate bedrooms, a terrace overlooking the Higashiyama district and mountains, and a full dining area — it's the choice for multi-generation groups or private events. Two king beds plus two doubles.
King + Double · 238 sqmTwo Bedroom Suite
Built for families and small groups. One king bed plus two double beds in a connecting configuration. Requires reservation enquiry — not bookable directly online.
King + Twin · 133 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
4 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Wooden Coco-Mat e-bikes available for exploring the Higashiyama neighborhood — a practical and low-key way to cover the area between temples and shrines.
A hub for Six Senses' sustainability initiatives. Regular workshops on traditional Japanese culture, environmental conservation, incense making, eco-friendly life skills, and more. Open to both hotel guests and the local community.
Curated tours through hidden alleys, age-old temples, and local markets led by hotel experts. The hotel works with local guides and artists to offer non-tourist-brochure access to the city.
Traditional Japanese tea ceremony and seasonal experiences including tea harvesting. Offered through Earth Lab and hotel programming.
Available in the spa's Sensory Studio, which doubles as a multi-purpose space for yoga, flying yoga, and meditation.
Dedicated kids' club with activities including origami, sustainability education, and other interactive cultural and nature-based programming. Children's spa treatments also available.
The hotel maintains a herb and micro-farm garden adjacent to the neighboring shrine. Guests can walk through it and request a fresh herb tea prepared for their room.
Guided meditative Zazen sessions held at a neighboring Zen temple. A genuine off-hotel cultural experience arranged through the concierge.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Meeting rooms available, including a room with a fireplace. Suitable for small events and private gatherings.
High-speed Wi-Fi available throughout the property and in all guest rooms.
On-site playground for younger guests. Natural design with wooden elements.
Gym with cardio and strength equipment including treadmills, bikes, weights, kettlebells, and medicine balls. Open around the clock.
24-hour Guest Experiences Maker (GEM) service. Multilingual hosts. Airport and Shinkansen station transfer services, nanny/babysitting, packing/unpacking luggage assistance.
The hotel does not have on-site parking. Guests arriving by car should contact the concierge for nearby parking options.
Fully trained, vaccinated dogs weighing up to 15kg are welcome in select rooms. Nightly charge of JPY 15,000 per dog. Dogs must be kept on a lead in public areas.
Contemporary indoor pool open 7am–9pm (last entry 8pm). Children under 16 may use between 7am and noon with a guardian. Day passes available for non-guests.
Separate male and female bath houses with wet areas, sauna, steam room, showers, and lockers. Open 7am–9pm.
The spa lounge incorporates a concept store with fashion, homeware, skincare, and lifestyle products. Alchemy Bar offerings also sold here.
Features compression therapy, pain relief tools, and mitochondrial stimulating experiences. Available through the spa.
Kyoto's only dedicated Watsu (aquatic bodywork) pool, used for therapeutic water treatments.
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